Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner

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I've tried this product out for 2 months. When I first used it it burned. I decided to continue to use it and it lessened to a tingle the longer I used it. I don't see any improvement in terms of the feel of my skin.

i have break-out prone, semi-oily skin, and sometimes skip toner completely between my cleansing and salicylic/exfoliating steps. i thought the hydralight would be super-gentle and non-irritating as most PC products. but it really stings my face for the 1st few seconds after i apply it! it doesn't seem to cause visible damage or irritation once the burning subsides, though... i must be sensitive to something in it. i'll probably finish the bottle (slowly) but not purchase it again.

I think this is a good product but I do find that it makes my combination skin which can occasionally have a sensitivity to a certain product feel hot and tingle. However I don't find this to be uncomfortable and when putting on the BHA 2% gel afterwards there is no problem and the tingle completely stops.Not sure why this product causes the tingle. Overall my skin is looking and feeling a lot better since I started using the PC products.

My skin is pretty much a hot mess. Rosacea, uber sensitive and combination. I was so excited to try this toner but it did make the apples of my cheeks tingle and thanks to all of the things I have read on this website I now know that is not a good thing. I am hoping that maybe there is another toner that works for me but this one was not it.

Customer Service Response: Hi Sarah! We're sorry the Hydralight Toner wasn't a fit for you! It's tricky when you have exceptionally sensitive skin, but we would recommend contacting our Customer Care Team for assistance with a refund or exchange. We would also recommmend trying samples of our Earth Sourced Toner, which may be an even better fit for you!

I tried the SB toner about a year or so ago because it was recommended for my skin type (acne prone, combination) and unfortunately, I had a bad reaction to the niacinamide (also in SB moisture gel, same reaction). After trying samples of the Hydralight toner it has made a HUGE difference in the feel of my skin!! I highly recommend this to anyone suffering a bad reaction to the SB toner!

I love this stuff for my schizophrenic menopausal skin. After a bout with drying skin in my 40s, menopause has brought back the oily skin of my youth -- but this time with dryness too! This toner is often all I need after cleansing to give enough moisture that my skin no longer feels dry, but not so much that it feels oily. It's also soothing and works well as an end-of-day light cleanser. I have to say this is the one product I would probably take to a desert island.

The idea of using a toner (bad memories of 90s skincare) seemed ridiculous to me, but my skin needs some kind of hydration, and often I was so prone to breakouts it was hard to tell if a moisturizer was the cause of new breakouts. I turned this toner, after trying Skin Balancing and Moisture Boost. It felt a little "warming" the first few times, and now if I overdo it on BHA foam, but otherwise it is my greatest PC love. I kind of wish it had more antioxidants though.

I have used all the toners in the PC line over the course of many years. During my 3 pregnancies the Skin Recovery and Balancing toners saved my skin. For my "normal" skin, though, I just love Hydralight. I find it the most "refreshing" year-round. I've never been a huge moisturizer-user, and this toner gives me what I need without any grease. It's just perfect!

I don't know why, but for some reason this toner makes my skin sting slightly, which is strange because I don't have sensitive skin at all and never have a problem with other products. I used up a portion of the bottle but the stinging makes me worry that this toner is one I should avoid. (LOVE almost all of Paula's other products- her new C serum, her BHA & AHA liquids top my very long list of favs!)

I like this toner. It hydrates my skin after washing without feeling heavy. But, I have really red cheeks and i feel that this has done nothing to better the problem. I'm on my second bottle of this but once it's gone I'm going to try another toner.

Customer Service Response: Thanks for your review! For really red cheeks, you should try our CLNICAL Instant Calm Advanced Redness Relief Treatment, which you can use as your toner. Please contact us for more info!

I have combination skin that is always greasy in 2 hours but still feels tight. I got this and I do not get oily/dehydrated at all it is so amazing, I don't know how it does it!! Does take down redness and is not sticky. Seems to have boosted the effectiveness of my 2% BHA liquid. I will try the skin balancing for its pore reducing properties and it's ingredients. However, this is a breakthrough toner and it TRULY BALANCES my skin. Love it SOOOO much.

I'm 38 years old and my face was still breaking out. The stress from my job and the sweat from my workouts would cause me to breakout around my temples and forehead. I have pretty sensitive skin so I avoid using anything but cteaphil on my face, but it just was not cutting it lately. I used the hydralight system, and man am I impressed! My skin looks great after a few weeks. I have not broken out since I started. I really like the weightless feeling on my skin. On my second round. Thanks!

This toner and I were not meant to be, I had really hoped that it would work well on my skin, but it seems to be the cause of some terrible cystic pimples on my face. I'm not blaming the product because I'm sure it works for other people, judging by all the positive reviews, but I'm not going to be finishing the bottle.C'est la vie. :)

Customer Service Response: Thanks for your review! We're sorry tihs toner didn't work out for you; however, we assure you there's nothing in the formula that would be capable of causing cystic breakouts.

I like using this toner in the morning. It does not have the unpleasant scent that the other Hydralight products have. It doesn't leave my face sticky like the BHA toner I use at night. It helped calm the redness on my face from some irritation recently. I also like the idea of using something that can prevent the signs of aging without causing more breakouts since I am prone to them even in my 50s.

I have a dry/combination skin. I love to have options for my skin care routine, so I have lots of PC products - from RESIST, Skin Balancing/Recovery, Moisture Boost to CLEAR. I tried about every product from PC, and this toner is one of my favorites. I use RESIST toner during the winter, and Skin Balancing toner for the summer to add more refreshing feel to my skin. Now entering into the fall weather, I'm still using this toner - it's hydrating enough to moisturize my skin in the dry, cold air.

I bought this for my mother, who is 75 years old, along with the Hydralight cleanser. She was impressed at first because it cut the shine from her face completely, and she became amazed as the months wore on and she found other skin problems decreasing. Her skin tags were going away, her brown spots were fading, and her blackheads were disappearing. She says it's the first time she's ever felt really clean, and now says she doesn't want to live without her Paula's Choice anymore!

I've been using for two months and my face has never felt and looked better. Nice tingling feeling, while still being very gentle. Picks up oil, dirt and make-up that my gentle cleanser may leave behind. Does not feel dry or tight after use.

Excellent toner. This toner leaves a matte finish. Smooth and soft but not dry and tight. It does not have the bad smell like its cohorts in the Hydralight collection. You must try it. Customer service is the best A+ Paula's Choice!

I was using witch hazel for my oily large pores-of course I had oilier skin and my pores were huge! I took a chance and bought this toner. After one week great results - less oil and visibly smaller pores. Use small amount and there no sticky feeling. I might try the rest of the system.

I have combination skin with mild rosacea and am prone to blemishes, so I decided to try the Hydralight line once I used up my CeraVe products. Unfortunately, a couple weeks after using the Hydralight cleanser, toner and moisturizer, my skin was red, irritated, and bumpy. The problems went away once I stopped the products and went back to using CeraVe wash and lotion along with Paula's CLEAR Regular Strength Acne Exfoliant. I'm not sure if it was one or all of the products that was irritating.

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What makes this product unique?Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is the type of toner more cosmetic companies should offer, but don't. When used after cleansing it helps skin restore and repair itself. This unique formula works immediately to improve skin function and reduce cellular damage and inflammation thanks to its antioxidant-rich formula. Its 100% irritant-free formula leaves a nearly imperceptible finish that's especially beneficial for combination or oily skin. During summer months or in humid climates this may be the only moisturizer your skin needs. It is also helpful for removing the last traces of makeup.

This toner is 100% fragrance- and colorant-free.

Who is this product for?This toner has been specially formulated for normal to oily/combination skin and is also a great option for those with sensitive skin.

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DIRECTIONS: After cleansing, apply toner to a cotton pad and gently stroke over face and neck. Do not rinse. Follow with the rest of your morning or evening skincare routine. For daytime, finish with a broad-spectrum sunscreen rated SPF 25 or greater.

Paula has always recommended toners that are well-formulated. Toners can be a great after-cleansing step to be sure you’ve removed all of your makeup. When properly formulated, they soothe skin and add hydrating ingredients to make skin softer, not to mention they’re another leave-on source for antioxidants and other ingredients that improve skin’s healthy functioning.

All of our toners restore skin, help remove last traces of makeup, are alcohol- and fragrance-free, and contain no unnecessary irritants such as menthol, peppermint, and citrus oils. They are great as an adjunct to a more thorough cleansing routine, especially post-workout or in hot/humid climates. Even more significantly, they go beyond the basics by offering skin benefits you can see and feel.

Resist Advanced Replenishing Toner is a specialized formula designed to supply normal to dry aging skin with a broad range of ingredients it needs to produce healthy collagen while reducing wrinkles. It is a super-charged version of our popular Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner, with a specific emphasis on improving the signs of aging skin.

Resist Weightless Advanced Repairing Toner is a specialized formula designed to supply normal to oily or breakout-prone aging skin with a broad range of targeted ingredients to help improve signs of aging plus reduce enlarged pores and reduce dry, flaky, uneven skin texture. It is ideal for those struggling with oily skin, wrinkles, and large pores.

Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner for normal to very dry skin is an excellent choice for those who need more help protecting their skin from environmental damage or dryness. Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner has a richer texture than any of our other toners and contains more plant oils and other emollients than our Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner. This is a great option for dry to very dry skin, extremely sun damaged skin, or those dealing with eczema or rosacea accompanied by dry skin.

Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner contains ingredients that help soothe and restore normal to dry skin, plus it includes a greater amount of glycerin, a key ingredient to make dry skin look and feel better. It also contains a broad range of ingredients that aid the barrier repair process so those with dry skin (or normal skin with occasional dry patches) will receive even more benefit from their Paula’s Choice moisturizer and/or specialty product. Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner feels lighter than our Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner, yet still provides an array of antioxidants, anti-irritants, and skin-protecting ingredients. To get the benefits of both toners for normal to dry skin, you can use Moisture Boost Essential Hydrating Toner in the morning and Skin Recovery Enriched Calming Toner in the evening.

Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner for normal to oily/combination skin is excellent for protecting skin from environmental damage or dryness. In addition, its cell-communicating ingredients can, in theory, help balance skin so its oily areas do not worsen or lead to reddened or blemished skin. Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner uses a more complex formulation than our Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner, and helps restore normal cell function.

Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is an excellent choice for normal to oily/combination skin. It provides a weightless finish, and although it feels very light, it supplies skin with potent antioxidants and anti-irritants. Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner is a great option for those who want more protection and a soothing, soft, feeling on their skin, particularly those with sensitive skin. To get the benefits of both toners for normal to oily/combination skin, you may want use Hydralight Healthy Skin Refreshing Toner in the morning and Skin Balancing Pore-Reducing Toner in the evening.

Earth Sourced Purely Natural Refreshing Toner is for all skin types. It has a distinctive, liquid-gel formula bursting with antioxidants proven to repair skin and stimulate collagen production. The formula uses proprietary technology that truly captures the best of nature and modern science.

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